Not guilty after trial
Two Galashiels men, accused of exposing their buttocks, have been found not guilty after trial.Twenty-five-year-old Jordan Wood, of Tweed Crescent, and 24-year-old James Johnstone of Kirk Brae, always...
View ArticleIntermediate hearing
A Hawick man who denies repeatedly posting abusive messages about a woman on a social networking site will stand trial on November 11.Craig McNeill, 21, of Bourtree Terrace, also pleads not guilty to...
View ArticleYes best for us and our neighbours
The people of Scotland have a unique opportunity on September 18. We have the chance to take our future into our hands and create a better country for ourselves and for generations to come. From...
View ArticleInformed choice is so important
September 18 will be a crucial day for everyone in Scotland. That’s the day when we get to decide the future of our country.This is a once-in-a-lifetime, irreversible decision – and it’s in your hands....
View ArticleTanzanian training trip for local dentist and nurse
A Hawick dentist and his wife, a dental nurse, are aiming to raise £5,000 to enable them to go to Tanzania to help train local health workers.Ian and Gillian McInnes, who work at North Bridge Dental...
View ArticleBoozed-up driver forced bus to brake
A drink-driver was fined £2,000 and banned from the roads for two years at Selkirk Sheriff Court, pictured, on Monday.Patrick Harte, 50, of Raeburn Place, Selkirk, admitted driving a car in the town’s...
View ArticleGalashiels heroin addict stole from cars
A heroin addict who admitted stealing more than £800 worth of property from cars parked in Galashiels was placed on a 12-month DTTO (Drug Treatment and Testing Order).Gareth Jones, 44, of Torwoodlee...
View ArticleTrader’s fears for Bikefest
There are fears for the future of the BMF Bikefest event in Kelso and the impact on the local economy after the organisers went into liquidation.The event has attracted tens of thousands of motorbiking...
View ArticleIt’s good to talk about the referendum
Today – only two months and 24 hours before D-Day on Scotland’s future – The Southern moves up a gear in its coverage of the referendum debate.We begin with two heavy hitters from each side of the...
View ArticleDream catcher Gillan takes Jed sprint honours
Dreams are often chased, but dreams take a lot of catching and Jedburgh athlete Craig Gillan caught his on Saturday at his hometown track.Indeed, Gillan grasped his dream with both hands and what’s...
View ArticleHoliday, celebrate... with a can of lager and a big fire
And now, this week, a holiday. Yes, a holiday... from endless chicken-y ramblings. A holiday in the proper sense of the word – one where you get to pack a bag and go away somewhere, not a man’s idea of...
View ArticleGame Gemma appeals for wheels for Jedburgh 10k
On leaving Jedburgh Grammar School in the summer of 2010, Ancrum teenager Gemma Scott had her life all planned out in front of her.A keen athlete and a member of the TLJT athletics club, the youngster...
View ArticleInnerleithen girls in top gear
The Innerleithen team of Jean Wilson, Claire Wilson, Jan McGlasson and Sheona Newton (pictured) emerged victorious in the St Ronan’s Games Week car treasure hunt, lifting the Cissy Barnett Trophy and...
View ArticleBorders could be home to more pairs of golden eagles
The sight of majestic golden eagles soaring in greater numbers across Borders skies could be possible, claims a major new report.Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) says habitat changes could see southern...
View ArticleBorders quartet in fashion awards final
Four local businesses will battle it out with other leading names in the industry after being shortlisted in the Scottish Fashion Awards.Hawick-based Barrie Knitwear will go up against Galashiels firm...
View ArticleDisused Galashiels church could soon be turned into flats
Plans have been lodged to convert a disused Galashiels church into a £2.5million housing development.Book Developments Ltd wants to create 16 flats in the former B-Listed St Aidan’s Church in the...
View ArticleEntries buoyant for 201st Border Union
Organisers aim to build on last year’s successful celebration of 200 years of the Border Union Show.South east Scotland’s premier two-day agricultural and countryside event takes place on July 25 and...
View ArticleHonorary fellowship for union president Nigel
Stow livestock farmer and NFU Scotland president, Nigel Miller has been awarded an honorary fellowship of Scotland’s Rural College for his contribution to agriculture and the rural economy. Nigel was...
View ArticleScenic service back on the road
The popular Harrier scenic bus service has returned for its 35th year in operation, allowing people to travel to places they cannot normally connect to via public transport.The service runs until...
View ArticleAdair and Elaine bag Ettrick Forest clout titles
Ettrick Forest Archers held the historic annual gents’ Selkirk Arrow double clout shoot on Sunday, along with the Philiphaugh Silver Arrow for ladies.It was to prove former winner – and Royal Company...
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